Toyota Avalon Hybrid 2018, Owner'S Manual

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4-2. Driving procedures
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Drivin
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If the hybrid system does not start
● The immobilizer system may not have been deactivated. ( → P. 79)
Contact your Toyota dealer.
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Check that the shift lever is securely set in P. The hybrid system may not
start if the shift lever is displaced out of P.
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Steering lock
After turning the power switch off and opening and closing the doors, the
steering wheel will be locked due to the steering lock function. Operating the
power switch again automatically cancels the steering lock.
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When the steering lock cannot be released
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Steering lock motor overheating prevention
To prevent the steering lock motor from overheating, the motor may be sus-
pended if the hybrid system is turned on and off repeatedly in a short period
of time. In this case, refrain from operating the hybrid system. After about 10
seconds, the steering lock motor will resume functioning.
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When a message requesting the smart key system be inspected is dis-
played on the multi-information display
The system may be malfunctioning. Have the vehicle inspected by your
Toyota dealer immediately.
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If the “READY” indicator does not come on
In the event that the “READY” indicator does not come on even after perform-
ing the proper procedures for starting the vehicle, contact your Toyota dealer
immediately.
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If the hybrid system is malfunctioning
→
P. 75
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If the electronic key battery is depleted
→ P. 373
A message informing the driver that the
steering wheel is locked will be displayed
on the multi-information display.
Check that the shift lever is set in P. Press
the power switch while turning the steer-
ing wheel left and right.